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Free Webcast for Building a Crohn's Disease Support Network

    NEW YORK, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire/ --

    WHO:   Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Presenters include CCFA's
           Vice President of Patient & Professional Services, Kim Frederick,
           MSW, LSCW, and Jackie Spencer, MSW, Manager of CCFA's Information
           Resource Center.

    WHAT:  Free Live Interactive HealthTalk.com Webcast to Provide Tips for
           Building a Crohn's Disease Support Network

    WHEN:  Tuesday, August 12th at 7 p.m. ET

    WHY:   Learn how IBD patients can build and expand their support networks.

    HOW TO REGISTER:  Visit ccfa.org

The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America's mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. The Foundation ranks third among leading health non-profits in the percentage of expense devoted to research toward a cure, with more than 81 cents of every dollar the Foundation spends goes to mission-critical programs. The Foundation consistently meets the standards of organizations that monitor charities, including the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance (give.org) and the American Institute of Philanthropy (charitywatch.org). For more information, contact the Foundation at 800-932-2423 or visit www.ccfa.org.

    Media Contact:
    Ariella Levine
    Crohn's and Colitis Foundation
    alevine@ccfa.org
    646-943-7430

SOURCE The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America